The Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
The Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA) and the Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) network is a proven high functioning public-private partnership. Seven private non-profit CCR&R agencies serve as regional hubs through Ohio’s 88 counties. These agencies provide professional development and technical assistance to early childhood, child serving, and school age program and professionals. In addition, these
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The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Ohio Commission on Fatherhood

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
The Ohio Commission on Fatherhood is a state-wide commission whose mission is to enhance the well-being of Ohio’s children by providing opportunities for fathers to become better parents, partners and providers.
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Medicaid Children’s Health Insurance Program

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provides health coverage to eligible children, through both Medicaid and separate CHIP programs. CHIP is administered by states, according to federal requirements. The program is funded jointly by states and the federal government.
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The Ohio Department of Health Women, Infants, and Children Program

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC helps income eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women, women who recently had a baby, infants, and children up to five years of age who are at health risk due to inadequate nutrition.
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The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Foster, Adoption, and Kinship Care

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
Ohio is one of a handful of states with a state-supervised, county-administered child welfare system. This means that the Office of Families and Children oversees programs administered by locally controlled county agencies. The Office of Families and Children develops regulations, provides technical assistance, and monitors how public and private agencies implement those programs. It ensures compliance with federal and state
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The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Ohio Children’s Trust Fund

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
The mission of the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund is to prevent child abuse and neglect through investing in strong communities, healthy families and safe children. We are Ohio’s sole, dedicated public funding source for child abuse and neglect prevention.
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The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Publicly Funded Child Care Program

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) helps parent(s) who are working or in school pay for child care through the Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) program.
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Ava Women’s Center

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
Ava Women’s Center is a non-profit organization that is free for everyone, regardless of financial circumstances. We don’t require your personal information like your social security number and financial status. Abortion providers will require that personal information. We exist to provide you with accurate medical information and emotional support so you can feel comfortable enough to make an informed decision.
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Pregnancy Help Center

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
Pregnancy Help Center is a medical facility offering services at no cost to women and men considering abortion from Mahoning, Columbiana, and Trumbull counties in Ohio and Mercer and Lawrence counties in Pennsylvania. Their medical services include pregnancy testing and limited ultrasound to determine a viable intrauterine pregnancy. Within their facility, information is shared on abortion procedures, parenting, and adoption
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Mya Women’s Center

by Kylie Michieli | February 9, 2022
All aspects of your health and well-being are the top priority at Mya Women’s Center. Their licensed medical staff specializes in serving women who find themselves facing unplanned pregnancies. They will walk with you as you seek medical answers and explore your options. They will help you think through your options at a time when it might be difficult to
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